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314153 finally underwent an overhaul in summer 1994. As well as being stripped and repainted, a number of mechanical issues present since arrival on the SVR were addressed. One of the bogies which had been fitted back to front was refitted correctly, enabling the hand brake to be made to work. The wagon was provided with a complete through vacuum pipe for possible future working on the line, although the brake cylinders were not connected. The overhaul also included the fitting of replacement axlebox covers and repairs to a cracked axlebox.<ref Name=SVR111/><ref>SVR News 113</ref>
314153 has continued in use as a boiler storage wagon at [[Bridgnorth]], as seen in the photograph outside [[Bridgnorth Loco Works#Boiler shop|Bridgnorth boiler shop]]. As evidenced by the coal stored on the wagon, it is occasionally used as an outdoor test bed for boilers, with live steam tests being required before boilers are and used certified for use in service.
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